Southern France – Vinum Lector

Seigneur d’Aupenac Saint-Chinian AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:58:30 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Intense ruby color with purple highlights.

NOSE
Aromas of red and black fruits (raspberry, blackberry) and spicy notes of pepper and licorice.

PALATE
On the palate, the attack is silky and the tannins are well integrated. Flavors of ripe fruit and dark chocolate are complemented by a lovely mineral freshness. The finale is long and elegant.

AGEING
After a delicate carbonic maceration (with whole bunches), the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 18 months.

PAIRING
Perfect with roast duck, herb-battered lamb, or mature cheeses like Roquefort and Comté. It also pairs well with dishes such as porcini risotto or grilled vegetables.

RATINGS

4.1

M. Chapoutier Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem Côtes-du-Roussillon Villages Latour de France AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:59:39 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%

APPEARANCE
Beautiful dark garnet dress.

NOSE
Initial nose reserved with a dominant graphite, leather, then intense notes of pepper, black fruit and garrigue.

PALATE
The attack is rich, dense; the rest is fleshy, sunny, long sapid finish, served by fine tannins and a beautiful freshness.

AGEING
Maturing takes place half in vats and the other half in barrels depending on the year.

PAIRING
At its best with duck confit and rib steak.

RATINGS

93-95pts

92pts

3.9

5 Nuances – 5 Noble Grapes of France

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:35:31 +0000

Proud ambassadors of the “Made in Sud-Ouest” way of life, Cave du Marmandais combines warmth, festivities and gastronomy to reveal the personality of the people and wines from this terroir. A few kilometres away from the city of Marmande, the vineyards of the Côtes du Marmandais appellation cover both riversides of the Garonne. 5 Nuances are five emblematic grape varieties from a meticulous plot selection. The winemakers of the "Les Marmandais" cellar offer you a seductive wine, full of velvety texture, thus allowing the singularity and the alliance of Merlot, Abouriou, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec to escape. VARIETALS Abouriou, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

En Rouge et Noir Comte Tolosan IGP

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:28:30 +0000

Proud ambassadors of the “Made in Sud-Ouest” way of life, Cave du Marmandais combines warmth, festivities and gastronomy to reveal the personality of the people and wines from this terroir. A few kilometres away from the city of Marmande, the vineyards of the Côtes du Marmandais appellation cover both riversides of the Garonne. The IGP Comté Tolosan, authentically Southwest! The Marmande region presents you with fruity and enchanting wines for pleasure. Created through cooperation and solidarity, this wine will accompany all your convivial moments, characteristic of the values of the Southwest. For more info, visit Cave de Marmandais website. VARIETALS 100% Malbec VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Les Producteurs Réunis Vache d’Automne Cabernet-Syrah Pays d’Oc IGP

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:34:49 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Cherry color with purple highlights.

NOSE
An open bouquet of red berries, a scent of ripe strawberry and notes of rhubarb.

PALATE
Berry flavours on the palate, a soft body, in a beautiful balance, with pleasant tannins, slightly dry with nice aromatic persistence.

PAIRING
Ideal with beef, lamb, pasta and rice dishes, cheese platters, vegetarian specialties and Asian cuisine.

RATINGS

4.1

Plaimont Apéro’Nautes Madiran AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 03:39:52 +0000

It all began in the mid-1970s when André Dubosc – a third-generation wine grower – set out to build up the reputation of the wines from their region of South-West France. He and other passionate young winegrowers fashioned local dry white wines (now a PGI: Côtes de Gascogne), revived the Saint Mont appellation and gave a new breath of life to the Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, made from late-harvested grapes. In 1979, these women and men, who put their heart, soul and know-how into producing the best the terroir could offer, decided to strengthen their foothold by uniting their wine cellars and estates. And so they set up the Plaimont union of cooperatives (“Pl” for Plaisance, “Ai” for Aignan and “Mont” for Saint Mont). Long marked by powerful and structured wines, Madiran offers a new interpretation with Apéro'Nautes 2023. This vintage breaks the codes by highlighting a fresh and fruity Tannat, obtained thanks to a short maceration and aging in vats which preserves all the delicacy of the grape variety. The result: a red with a supple texture, intense aromas of cherry and raspberry, perfect for an aperitif with friends. Certified sustainable HVE (High Environmental Value). For more info, visit Plaimont website. VARIETALS 100% Tannat VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Les Indomptables Faugères AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:08:22 +0000

Les Indomptables cuvée pays tribute to the men who cultivate the vine despite its whims. These winegrowers have a perfect understanding of the vine and its land, but they must deal with the hazards it throws their way. The vine cannot be tamed, it must be domesticated. This vintage reveals a complex nose with aromas of red fruits, licorice and thyme. The palate is silky and fruity with notes of blackberry, supported by powerful and velvety tannins. VARIETALS Syrah, Grenache Noir & Mourvèdre VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note

Les Indomptables Pic Saint-Loup AOP

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:41:51 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Ruby red color with purple highlights.

NOSE
Bouquet of blackcurrant, cherry, pepper, thyme and dark chocolate.

PALATE
Structured and balanced, with red fruit flavors and fine, silky tannins.

PAIRING
Perfect with grilled meats, Mediterranean dishes, cold cuts, barbecue, game meat and medium cheeses.

RATINGS

4

Famille Jouffreau Clos de Gamot Cahors AOC

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 05:11:56 +0000

Over the centuries, the Jouffreau family at Clos de Gamot, has cultivated vines, produced wine and lived to the rhythm of the moments of glory or misfortune of Cahors wine. The most serious misfortune came in 1882, with phylloxera that began to attack the Clos de Gamot vineyard: Guillaume Jouffreau had just saved the Clos de Gamot vineyard but also the entire Cahors vineyard that will be replanted largely thanks to the clones coming from the Clos de Gamot, a 15-hectare vineyard with a single grape variety, Malbec, on a magnificent clay-limestone-silica terroir, with pebbles and flint. Clos de Gamot represents today the most 'traditional' aspect of Cahors, having been one of the most innovative in the region. No barriques here; the aging, which lasts about two years, is done only in the 'Foudres' and the 'Demi-Muids', producing wines that never play on the abundance of primary aromas. Certified Sustainable HVE For more info, visit Famille Jouffreau website. VARIETALS 100% Malbec VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

L’Abondance Rouge Pays d’Oc IGP

Vinum Lector Staff — Sun, 04 May 2025 10:17:27 +0000

Located on a schist Terroir, typical of Languedoc, and with a very sunny Mediterranean microclimate, La Cave de Roquebrun produces wines in AOC Saint-Chinian-Roquebrun, AOC Saint-Chinian, AOC Languedoc and IGP Pays d'Oc, all original and high quality wines. Certified sustainable HVE (High Environmental Value) For more info, visit Cave de Roquebrun website. VARIETALS Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note